Art for Peace

Opened in December 2025, the Lin Xiang Xiong Art Gallery is a landmark cultural destination in Penang and the world’s first art gallery built over the sea. The Gallery houses more than 400 paintings by Professor Lin Xiang Xiong, spanning over six decades of artistic creation.

The collection reflects the artist’s lifelong advocacy of “Art for Peace,” featuring works that address themes of anti-war, anti-poverty, and environmental protection. Through compelling visual narratives, the artworks encourage reflection on humanity’s shared challenges and inspire a more liveable, sustainable, and harmonious world.

Visitors can also explore paintings in the distinctive Nanyang painting style, capturing the charm of fishing villages, kampong life, and the rich cultural heritage of Southeast Asia.

The Gallery also serves as a platform for cultural exchange through forums, exhibitions, and educational programmes that foster dialogue on art, society, and human values.

Combining a unique waterfront setting with a remarkable collection of artworks, the Gallery offers visitors a meaningful cultural experience in Penang.

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Dream Space

Step into a dreamlike world where giant whales glide through the air, forgotten legends come alive, and puppets dance beyond the stage. “Dream Space” by Creative Group SSAK is a mesmerising non-verbal puppet and physical theatre performance that transforms ordinary spaces into poetic landscapes of wonder, healing, and imagination. Combining beautifully crafted puppets, live music, dynamic movement, and stunning visual storytelling, this immersive production invites audiences of all ages on an unforgettable journey through folklore, fantasy, and celebration.

The Process Room: A Working Jam

An open jam for artists, makers, and anyone who enjoys creating together. Bring something to work on, enjoy the music, and make in good company. A crossover with The Makers Market at Hin Bus Depot. RM10 participation fee required.

The Malaysian Real Book II: Past to Present

“The Malaysian Real Book II” brings together three of Malaysia’s finest jazz vocalists—Ida Mariana, Janet Lee, and Yon Lynn—in a vibrant celebration of the Great Malaysian Songbook. Singing traditional standards and contemporary originals from the treasure trove of The Malaysian Real Book – songs in Malay, Chinese and English – their individual and combined styles are innovative and charged by boundless musical joy, all rooted in a distinctly Malaysian jazz sound. Expect soaring vocals and a foot-tapping vibe carried by the rhythms of swing, bebop and soul, and accompanied by the award-winning WVC Jazz Sextet.